By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Amilie is a delicate feminine name that appears as a variant spelling of Amélie, the French form of Amelia. Originating from Germanic roots meaning 'work' or 'industrious,' the name carries a sense…
German diminutive of Elizabeth
"pledged to God"
The German short form Liesa is usually pronounced lee-za, but most people in America will say it like Lisa -- or, just to annoy you, Liza.
German variation of Louise
See LOUISE.
Luzie is a charming feminine name of German origin, primarily used in Germany and other German-speaking regions. It evolved as a diminutive form of Luzia, which is the German variant of Lucia,…
Luzi is a feminine name with multiple origin possibilities. It can be a diminutive form of Lucía or Luz (meaning 'light' in Spanish), a variation of Lucy (derived from Latin 'lux,' also meaning…
Amalea is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of Amalia, which derives from Germanic roots meaning "work" or "labor," suggesting industriousness. Alternatively, it…
German variation of Louisa
"renowned warrior"
Obscure form of an old-fashioned favorite that's poised to make a comeback. This version, which owes as much to Alison as to Louisa, has a stylish A beginning and a multi-syllabic feminine grace.
French combination of Marie and Anne
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved + grace"
Variant of Marianne
German
"famous fighter"
Inventive female form of Aloysius.
Norse, variation of Margaret
"pearl"
This is a Scandinavian variant of Margaret, and is pronounced MEH-teh or MET, rhyming with jet.
Mechtilde is a feminine name with deep Germanic medieval roots, representing an older form of the name Matilda. It derives from the German elements 'macht' meaning might or strength and 'hild'…
German, feminine variation of Alphonse
Also a town in Italy, this name could find use as a feminine tribute to an Alphonso in the family.
Latin
"greatest"
Diminutive of Maxine, Maxima or Maximiliane
Melain is a delicate feminine name with likely French or Celtic roots. It may be a variation of Melanie, which comes from the Greek 'melania' meaning 'dark' or 'black.' Alternatively, it could be…
Variation of Alexandra, Greek
"defending men"
Alexandra is a name with many international variations, elaborations and short forms, and Alexandrine is one of the more unusual, found mostly in France and Germany. Another, Alexandrina, was the…
"wealthy"
The memorable folk singer, an early single-name celeb, brought this into the spotlight. The French variation is Odette.
Odila is a feminine name with Germanic origins, derived from the root 'od' meaning 'wealth' or 'fortune.' It's the feminine form of Odilo, and is related to names like Odilia and Ottilie. The name…
Odiel is a feminine name of Dutch origin, though it remains quite rare even in the Netherlands. It likely derives from Germanic elements, possibly related to 'odel' meaning 'inheritance' or…
Olympie is a feminine name of Greek origin, derived from 'Olympia', the sanctuary site of the ancient Olympic Games. The name carries associations with Mount Olympus, the mythical home of the Greek…
"prospers in battle"
Wears long blonde braids, carries a spear, and sings duets with Brunhild. But variations Ottilie, Ottiline, or Ottoline are both unusual and chic.
